Snuff or Tobacco Box
Date19th century
OriginEurope
MediumBrass (copper alloy)
DimensionsOverall: 3 5/8” x 1 ¼” x 1 1/8”
Credit LineGift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Object number2020-88
DescriptionBrass snuff or tobacco box: Hinged (nine knuckle) rectangular snuff or tobacco box with rounded ends and sides decorated with four panels of trophies alternating with four panels of engine turningLabel TextAs noted by the engraving on this box, it could have been used for either snuff or smoking tobacco.Inscription(s)Engraved on lid in block letters: “17 I * M 43” and on base in script: “Snuff or Puff”ProvenanceGift of Beatrix T. Rumford
19th century
ca. 1765
19th century
1780-1815
ca. 1800
ca. 1770
ca. 1755
ca. 1755-1770
1780-1810